Charlene

Charlene is an English feminine given name derived as an elaboration of Charles, which itself traces back to the Germanic root karl, meaning man or free man. The name gained popularity in the twentieth century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as feminine forms of Charles became fashionable. Charlène is the French form of the name, familiar internationally through Charlène of Monaco, the South African-born princess who became a prominent public figure in the 2010s. Related forms include Charlene, Charline, Charlotta, Charlotte, and Carla.